Podded Propulsion – Pilots

This two-day simulator based course gives pilots hands-on pod training designed to increase their proficiency and comfort level while maneuvering with pods. Pilots will have the opportunity to experiment with different pod configurations for docking, undocking and transiting channels. In addition to lectures, videos are used to give pilots a comprehensive understanding of podded propulsion. The instructors for this class are State-Licensed Pilots with years of podded experience in maneuvering the largest podded passenger ships in the world!

What You Will Learn:

History of pods

Effective pod commands

Various types of podded propulsion units

Efficient maneuvering angles with pods

Pod configurations for docking/undocking

Steering modes

Mechanical pod components

Mechanical problems with pods

Advantages & disadvantages of podded propulsion

Pod manufactures

Recommended crash stop method

Course Details

Course Type(s): Harbor Piloting

Price: $2800

Length: 2 Days

Simulation: Yes

Equipment: Transas Full Bridge Simulator/Mini-Bridge Simulators

Prerequisites:Licensed Maritime Ship Pilot

Capacity: 8

Minimum Enrollment: 4 (This class is subjected to being cancelled if minimum enrollment is not met)